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Drive Belt

A/C Belt Tension and Deflection
Deflection
When checking drive belt deflection, install belt, then apply lb of pressure to belt a. Adjust belt to proper deflection and tighten mounting bolts.		New
A belt that has been on a running engine for less than five minutes		22 at 0.32 To 0.35
Used 22 at 0.36 To 0.39
Tension
When checking drive belt tension, install belt and adjust to proper specification using a tension gauge. 		New
A belt that has been on a running engine for less than five minutes		110 to 132
Used 95 To 110
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